Go behind-the-scenes and below-the-decks of Marineland Dolphin Adventure! Their Behind the Seas Tour offers an exclusive backstage look at our facility and animal habitats, and an opportunity to explore their unique and fascinating history spanning over 75 years.

From their beginnings as an underwater film studio to their new, modern facility, Marineland Dolphin Adventure has been creating memories for generations. Along with their many advancements over the years, guests will learn about Marineland’s pioneering work in aquatic animal research and advancement of life support systems for aquatic environments.

The Behind the Seas tour also features new exhibits with animals native to the Southeast region of the United States, and an opportunity to learn the importance of the Gulf Stream, ecosystems and conservation. Guests will also discover facts about invasive species and their effects on aquatic populations along the eastern seaboard, such as lion fish, green moray eels, jellyfish and lobsters.

National Parks Service personnel demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the Colonial Spanish soldier stationed in St. Augustine in 1740′s. Demonstration times are 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. throughout the year. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability. The Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fortification in the U.S., was built by the Spanish in 1672 to help protect their empire in the New World.

Admission is $10 for adults- valid for 7 consecutive days. Children 15 and under are free but must be accompanied by an adult.

San Sebastian Winery’s The Cellar Upstairs Wine and Jazz & Blues Bar features top class eclectic live music including Jazz, R&B and Blues.

Voted ‘Best Live Music’ you can enjoy Bands such as “Beautiful Bobby” Blackmon and the B3 Blues Band; The Committee; Soulo and Vinny Jacobs, to name a few.

You can purchase a variety of tasty light appetizers to accompany the wide selection of your favorite San Sebastian Wines, as well as imported and domestic beers. Enjoy the comfort, relax and take in the spectacular views from the open-air deck while listening to the live music. There is no cover charge.